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Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro ranks #278 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 90.35 out of 100. It ranks #4 nationally.

| Global Rank 278 | Overall Score 90.35 |
Recognized, Verified | Accredited

Top Country #4

Top Latin America #7

Top World #278

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About Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

The Federal University of Rio de Janeiro is a prestigious institution known for its academic excellence and research initiatives. Located in Rio de Janeiro, the university benefits from its vibrant cultural environment, enhancing the student experience through various extracurricular activities and community engagement opportunities. The university's focus on research and innovation prepares students to tackle real-world challenges. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, it is recognized for its commitment to academic and social development. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 1 August 2026 | Updated 1 August 2026

Overall Score
90.35
Global Rank
#278
Regional Rank
#7
Country Rank
#4

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Federal University of Rio de Janeiro’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

88.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

89.1 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

83.4 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

80.2 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

84 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

85.3 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

86.7 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

92.3 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

89.4 / 100

Institutional Awards

90 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

87.5 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

88.7 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

89 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

90.2 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

91.6 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

89.9 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

88.3 / 100

Quality of Employment

90.8 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

92.5 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

90.9 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

90.5 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

91.7 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

88.6 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

88.4 / 100

International Student Support

84.3 / 100

International Students & Faculty

85.7 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

87.1 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

86.9 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

90.6 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

90.1 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

88 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

92.8 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

89.7 / 100

Research Output & Scale

93.2 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

91.4 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

85.9 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

89.5 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

87.6 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

88.2 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

90.3 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

84.5 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

90.7 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

88.1 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

89.9 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

85.4 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

87.8 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

89 / 100

Student Support Services

86.8 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

88 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

87.3 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

86.5 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

87 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

87.5 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

88.7 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

86.8 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

88.5 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

89 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

88.1 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

89.2 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

86.9 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

89.3 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

88.4 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

88.3 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

89.1 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

87.9 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

87.7 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

90.2 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

87.9 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

88.5 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

89.4 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

91.8 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

89.1 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

86.2 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

90 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

88.6 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

87.8 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

85.5 / 100

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Historical Rankings

Explore Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's historical ranking performance using records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive. Compare ranking positions, available scores, and long-term performance trends across years.

Historical ranking data for Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
1980NA#381
1981NA#393
1982NA#409
1983NA#419
1984NA#427
1985NA#434
1986NA#378
1987NA#378
1988NA#407
1989NA#378
1990NA#424
1991NA#378
1992NA#378
1993NA#471
1994NA#378
1995NA#378
1996NA#378
1997NA#403
1998NA#378
1999NA#378
2000NA#430
2001NA#421
2002NA#398
2003NA#389
2004NA#394
2005NA#390
2006NA#376
2007NA#367
2008NA#358
2009NA#349
2010NA#340
2011NA#331
2012NA#325
2013NA#336
2014NA#325
2015NA#311
2016NA#229
2017NA#229
2018NA#229
2019NA#351
2020NA#349
2021NA#357
2022NA#278
202391#211
202490.63#211
202589.41#216
202689.41#216
202790.35#278

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

UNIRANKS maintains one of the world's largest historical university ranking archives, with institutional records dating back to 1980. Historical rankings, scores, and institutional data are continuously being verified, digitized, and expanded as new archival sources become available.

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